David McDonough

American politician

David G. McDonough


Member of the New York State Assembly from the 14th district
Incumbent
Assumed office February 12, 2002
Preceded by	Kate Murray

Personal details
Born	(1937-03-31) March 31, 1937 (age 87)
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Carolyn
Children	3
Residence	Merrick, New York
Alma mater	Columbia University
Profession	State Representative
Signature
Website	Official website

David G. McDonough is a member of the New York State Assembly, representing the 14th district, which includes portions of the town of Hempstead in Nassau County on Long Island. A Republican, McDonough was first elected through a special election in 2002.

McDonough formerly served in the United States Coast Guard and the United States Air Force and later earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Columbia University. He also graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

Prior to elected office, he served as the past president of the Nassau County Council of Chambers of Commerce. Prior to that, from 1994 to 1998, McDonough served four terms as president of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce.^[1]

In 2001, Assemblywoman Kate Murray was elected as clerk of the town of Hempstead, vacating the Assembly seat. As a result, a special election was called, and McDonough was nominated by Republicans as their candidate. In a competitive election, he defeated Democrat Steve November 52% to 48%.^[2] Since then, he has never faced serious opposition for reelection.^[3]

In the Assembly, McDonough is the chairman of a Task Force on Public Safety,^[4] and is the ranking member on the Assembly Transportation Committee.^[5] He and his wife, Carolyn, reside in Merrick, New York and have three children and four grandchildren.

References

^ "Candidate Profile: Assemblyman David McDonough". Wantagh-Seaford Patch. 2012-10-06. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
^ "Our Campaigns - NY Assembly 19 Special Race - Feb 12, 2002". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2019-02-06.
^ "Our Campaigns - Candidate - David G. McDonough". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2019-02-06.
^ "Assembly Task Force Addresses Heroin Use in Long Island Communities". Bellmore Patch. 2010-01-22. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
^ "Long Island on the Issues: Assm. David McDonough vs. Howard Kudler (Assembly District 19)". Tri-State Transportation Campaign. 2008-10-24. Retrieved 2016-01-19.